(えいようそ)

えいようそ
noun
nutrient
health
1. nutrient, nutritive element
Substances in food that provide nourishment essential for growth and maintenance of life.
Vegetables contain various nutrients.
It's important to consume nutrients in a balanced way.
A lack of essential nutrients affects your health.

Usage: 栄養素(えいようそ) is a general term for any nutritive substance in food.

Major nutrient categories

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